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Hersonissos

Religiøse steder i Hersonissos

Sacred Sites and Monasteries

Explore the religious landscape of Hersonissos through this collection of Eastern Orthodox monasteries and churches. The list features significant sites like the 14th-century Keras Kardiotissas, known for its Byzantine frescoes, and the fortified Agarathos Monastery, one of Crete's oldest spiritual centers. From historic cave churches to traditional stone-vaulted village chapels, these sites illustrate the region's Byzantine heritage and the enduring architectural traditions of the Cretan countryside.

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Keras Kardiotissas Monastery

The Keras Kardiotissas Monastery or simply Keras Monastery is an Eastern Orthodox monastery dedicated to Virgin Mary that is situated…
B

Nikolaos

Traditional Greek Orthodox chapel located in the Hersonissos hinterland.
C

Agiou Antoniou

Small stone-built church dedicated to Saint Anthony.
D

Ioan Rossos

Modern Greek Orthodox church dedicated to Saint John the Russian.
E

Avios Konstantinos

Village church dedicated to Saints Constantine and Helen in the Avdou region.
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Agiou Georgiou

Traditional vaulted church dedicated to Saint George.
G

Prophete Elia

Modern cathedral dedicated to Saint Paisios the Athonite, serving as a significant local religious center.
H

Monastery Agarathos

Fortified 16th-century monastery known for its historic library and role as an educational center during the Venetian era.
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Analepse

Parish church in the coastal village of Analipsi, dedicated to the Ascension of Christ.
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Panagia Evangelistria church

Traditional stone church featuring a single-aisle vaulted ceiling and classic Cretan masonry.
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St Demetrius

Small Greek Orthodox place of worship dedicated to Saint Demetrius.
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Aghia Marina

Small hillside chapel dedicated to Saint Marina.
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I.N. Hagiou Georgiou

Local church dedicated to Saint George, featuring traditional ecclesiastical architecture.
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Agios Ioannes Karterou

Historic cave church situated within the rock face near the entrance of the Karteros Gorge.
Keras Kardiotissas Monastery
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Nikolaos
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Agiou Antoniou

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